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Swiss Franc (CHF)
The Swiss franc (CHF) is the official currency of Switzerland and Liechtenstein, known for its stability and safe-haven status.
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Converted amount
1.2381 USD
Exchange rate
1 CHF = 1.238129 USD
Updated
8/9/2026 12:00 AM
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CHF · Swiss Franc
Swiss Franc (CHF): Overview and History
The Swiss franc (CHF) is the official currency of Switzerland and Liechtenstein. It is issued by the Swiss National Bank (SNB) and is one of the world's strongest and most stable currencies. The franc is divided into 100 Rappen (or centimes in French, centesimi in Italian). Its symbol is CHF, and it is often abbreviated as Fr. or SFr.
Historically, the Swiss franc has been considered a safe-haven currency due to Switzerland's political neutrality, strong economy, and low inflation. The currency has undergone several changes over time, including the introduction of the current franc in 1850, which replaced various cantonal currencies. The franc was pegged to the euro from 2011 to 2015, but the SNB later abandoned the peg, allowing the franc to float freely.
Today, the Swiss franc is widely used in international finance and trade. It is a major reserve currency and is often sought after during times of global economic uncertainty. The SNB's monetary policy aims to ensure price stability while considering economic developments. As a result, the franc remains a key currency in global markets, though its value fluctuates based on economic indicators and geopolitical events.
- Code
- CHF
- Symbol
- CHF
- Current rate
- USD / CHF
Currency information
Last updated · 8/7/2026
Introduced in 1850, replacing various cantonal currencies.
- Official name
- Swiss Franc
- Legal tender status
- Legal tender in Switzerland and Liechtenstein
- Decimal places
- 2
- Minor unit
- Rappen (German), Centime (French), Centesimo (Italian) · 1 CHF = 100 Rappen (German), Centime (French), Centesimo (Italian)
- Countries
- Switzerland, Liechtenstein
- Issuing authority
- Swiss National Bank
- Central bank
- Swiss National Bank · Official website
- Exchange-rate regime
- Free-floating
Common banknotes
10 francs · 20 francs · 50 francs · 100 francs · 200 francs · 1000 francs
Common coins
5 centimes · 10 centimes · 20 centimes · 1/2 franc · 1 franc · 2 francs · 5 francs
Also known as
Swiss franc · Franken · Franc suisse · CHF · Fr
Practical notes
- The 1000-franc note is one of the highest-value banknotes in the world.
- Switzerland is not part of the European Union, so the euro is not official tender.
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Swiss Franc questions
What is the CHF exchange rate?
The displayed rate is the latest available reference rate for USD/CHF. It can change throughout the day.
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